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Whether it’s something I’ve written, said, or been invited to weigh in on, all are shared to shift perspective and spark better action.

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Lead Lightly: Pressure isn't the villain. Panic is.

Leadership grit under pressure
High stakes don’t break leaders, doubt does. This month’s Lead Lightly is all about staying sharp when the pressure mounts. Five tactical, grounded ways to cut through the noise, trust your judgement, and make calls that count. Because second-guessing doesn’t lead teams, but being clear does.

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Lead Lightly: Steering the change train. 5 simple ways to navigate transitions

Steering the change train
Transitions don’t have to derail progress. In this edition of Lead Lightly, I’m sharing five practical moves that help leaders navigate change without losing momentum, or their team.

From setting a 30-day challenge to reframing resistance, these are the kinds of tools that actually get traction when change is coming at pace.

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